Charter Champaign to Chicago privately from US$10,000, about 50 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Champaign (CMI) to Chicago (ORD), and from Chicago (ORD) back to Champaign (CMI).
Champaign and Chicago lie approximately 218 km apart (135 mi / 118 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Champaign–Chicago spans US$10,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 50 min | 45 min – 55 min | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 42 min | 38 min – 46 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 41 min | 37 min – 45 min | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 50 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 48 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 42 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 41 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 41 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 41 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 40 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 39 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Every Champaign–Chicago quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. No estimates — the number we give you is the number you pay.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Champaign, United States: University of Illinois Willard Airport.
Chicago, United States: Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Lansing Municipal Airport.
Choose your wheels-up time — Champaign–Chicago runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
The figure we quote is the figure you pay — all handling, fees and taxes included in your Champaign–Chicago price.
The Champaign to Chicago route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 50 min in the air over 218 km (135 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Champaign–Chicago departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Chicago to Champaign runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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